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Daily Dad Jokes (09 Mar 2024) Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humour to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe ! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Interested in Business and Finance news? Then listen to our sister show: The Daily Business and Finance Show. Check out the website here or search "Daily Business and Finance Show" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: X_PRSN, houndoom92, Genuine-Tigress25, bowen7477, Man-e-questions, Mother-bear22, EndersGame_Reviewer, Major_Independence82, Rai-27, Local_Opportunity213, Jester57, , Dirty-Aphrodites9, suborak, tryfireskeleton, Outrageous_Lab9806, DontMindMe180, xXd3ad10ck2Xx, JebboJebbo, DJK1963, indertheunfluence, waveradium, Significant-Ad-8684, Metal-Wombat, MissSherlockHolmes Subscribe to this podcast via: Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts Youtube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter Tik Tok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show with +15k daily streams? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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www.taletellerclub.comRevisiting the Timeless Elegance of "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott FitzgeraldIn the annals of American literature, few works stand as iconic and enduring as F. Scott Fitzgerald's masterpiece, "The Great Gatsby." First published in 1925, this novel has transcended time and continues to captivate readers with its timeless themes, vivid characters, and exquisite prose.Set in the prosperous Jazz Age of the 1920s, "The Great Gatsby" transports readers into the glamorous world of Long Island's elite, where wealth, excess, and ambition collide. At the heart of the story is Jay Gatsby, a mysterious and enigmatic millionaire who throws lavish parties in hopes of winning back the love of his life, Daisy Buchanan. Through the eyes of narrator Nick Carraway, we are drawn into Gatsby's glittering but ultimately tragic pursuit of the American Dream.One of the most striking aspects of Fitzgerald's novel is its portrayal of the American Dream and its disillusionment. Gatsby, with his humble beginnings and relentless drive for success, embodies the belief that anyone can rise from obscurity to greatness in America. However, as the story unfolds, we come to realize that Gatsby's wealth and status cannot buy him the happiness and fulfillment he seeks. His obsession with the past and his inability to accept the passage of time ultimately lead to his downfall, serving as a poignant commentary on the emptiness of materialism and the fleeting nature of success.Central to the narrative is the theme of love and longing, particularly Gatsby's unrequited love for Daisy. Their relationship, marked by passion, deception, and tragedy, serves as a powerful symbol of the complexities of human desire and the consequences of holding onto illusions. Fitzgerald's exploration of love and social class resonates just as strongly today as it did nearly a century ago, reminding us of the universal truths that lie at the heart of human experience.Equally compelling are Fitzgerald's characters, each intricately drawn with depth and complexity. From the enigmatic Gatsby to the shallow and disillusioned Daisy, to the morally bankrupt Tom Buchanan, the novel is populated with unforgettable personalities who reflect the contradictions and complexities of the Jazz Age society. Through their interactions and conflicts, Fitzgerald paints a vivid portrait of a world on the brink of change, where old traditions clash with modern aspirations, and the pursuit of happiness often leads to despair.Beyond its thematic depth and rich characterizations, "The Great Gatsby" is celebrated for its exquisite prose and lyrical style. Fitzgerald's writing is imbued with a sense of poetry and rhythm, capturing the beauty and the tragedy of the human condition with remarkable precision. His descriptive passages evoke the opulence and decadence of the era, transporting readers to a time and place that is both enchanting and haunting.In conclusion, "The Great Gatsby" endures as a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers of all ages. Through its exploration of themes such as the American Dream, love, and the passage of time, Fitzgerald's novel offers profound insights into the human experience that remain as relevant today as they were in the Roaring Twenties. As we revisit this literary masterpiece, we are reminded of the enduring power of great literature to illuminate the depths of the human soul and to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

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Amanda Seales dives into today's clubbing experience and what millennials miss about going to the club back in the day. TikTok videos suggest that nightlife in 2023 doesn't align with the expectations shaped by music, TV, and movies. The conversation opens to callers sharing their perspectives on clubbing in the 90s and early 2000s.   Amanda is also joined by journalist and author Charles Blow to discuss reasons for relocating, the decision-making process, preparation, fears, and cultural differences. The Group Chat then transitions to the topic of parental support, raising questions about where to draw the line. The squad discusses instances where parents go viral for extreme actions, like putting a pregnant daughter out of the house or discouraging a son's basketball dreams. The episode concludes with a Celebrity Confession from JT from City Girls. Listen, Laugh, and Learn on The Amanda Seales Show!   FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER:     (2:30) - WELCOME OUR SPECIAL GUEST - CHARLES BLOW: South to Black Power, Along the way, he meets with politicians, historians, community activists, colleagues, friends, and family members to test his theory on Black Liberation, which involves a daring strategy for Black Americans to move to southern states to control legislatures and gain greater political power. (6:35) - Our special guest Charles Blow joins us in the group chat. #SouthtoBlackPower (11:50) - Group Chat Thursday continues with Charles Blow. We're talking about the great migration. How Black people went from the south to the north. (17:37) – We're still in the Group Chat with our special guest, Journalist Charles Blow… (22:04) – Coming up this hour: We've got the group chat topic of the week. What do you miss about going to the club back in the day. (24:11) – Tik Tokers have gone viral videos saying nightlife in 2023 is not what they expected it to be. Many grew up listening to party-forward music and watching tv shows & movies where clubbing was depicted as a way of life for young adults. As they come of age in a post-pandemic, increasingly digital era, some are left underwhelmed with their nightlife experiences. (27:45) – We're taking your calls on your group chat topic of the week. Do you still go to the club, and what do you miss about going to the club in the 90's and early 2000's? (31:45) – Going to the club and doing Tik Tok dances. The Group Chat continues. Phonelines are open – 1 855-262-6328. (35:08) – You can find me in the club. The Group Chat continues. (38:22) – It's Group Chat Thursday! And coming up this hour, the squad is talking about parental support, and where do you draw the line? (39:50) – The squad is chatting it up about parental support. A father goes viral for putting his 15 year old daughter out of the house because she got pregnant. Let's talk about it. (45:22) – A mom goes viral for telling her son who has dreams of being the next Lebron James that he won't make it. Should parents support their children's dreams? (50:15) – The Group Chat continues. Should parents support their children's professional dreams even if they don't agree with them? (55:10) – Celebrity Confessions – JT #Citygirl FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS: @Sealessaidit @Amandaseales @Jeremiahlikethebible If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That's 1-855-262-6328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money is a taboo topic for many women which often holds them back from reaching their full financial potential and generating wealth and abundance. It's time to break the silence and start talking about money. You're not alone in this journey. This is where book clubs can assist! A book club is a perfect place for you to learn new strategies and ways of thinking to create wealth and abundance. This is why I have created the Herfinance book club for women to get connected with other women who are looking to improve their financial knowledge and reach their goals.  We all have access to plenty of resources, including podcasts, magazines, personal finance blogs, groups, and books. But while it's easy to increase your financial knowledge and set future aspirations with the right information and tools, following through on the money strategies you learn without outside accountability can be challenging. DID YOU KNOW reading is a powerful tool to improve mental wellness and reduce stress and anxiety about money? Listen to the podcast NOW to hear more about designing your path to financial wealth and abundance:) IMPORTANT NOTE Spots are limited for the Herfinance Virtual Book Club and acceptance will be based on a first come first serve basis. We will meet virtually on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 5.30 pm EST. ARE YOU INTERESTED?” Email Me contact@herfinanceclub.com Herfinance Club Resources: Access The Money Belief Formula: Mindset + Behavior = Financial Success. Transform Your Habits and Win With Wealth. Author: Susan M. Diamond https://amzn.to/3JnTtJh Join our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/herfinanceclub Visit our website www.herefinanceclub.com  Schedule a FREE wealth foundation assessment https://calendly.com/herfinance-club/wealth-foundation-assessment  

Tom Gorman Publisher of Progolfweekly.com and NewEngland.golf provides some local flavor on the 122nd U.S. Open, key holes that will be pivotal at the Country Club today, and believes Boston fans will bring their Irish cheers and rowdiness to the course even after their beloved  Boston Celtics were defeated this week.

Redressing the trolls Order your tasty treats today from The Candy Shoppe Co. www.TheCandyShoppe.Club Today's highlight The Strawberry Branson Cognac Ice Cream --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tenola-oliver/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tenola-oliver/support

We kick off the show with Gay Icons or Gaycons. Then the Gaycon herself Dannii Minogue gave us a call ahead of this weekend's Mardi Gras celebrations. Then we ask what you're addicted to after Joel enjoyed a morning sky dive. Then what went down at the gig? The floor of the Enmore theatre collapsed last night. We cover some Neighbours afterparty news in the Glossy's. Then the boys hop in the Jacuzzi and chat about Celine Dion. They go off the rails a touch and giveaway some Foo Fighters tickets as well as a Smeg fridge. Just radio tings. Then we ask what you've been paid to do! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hal Sutton,  winner of the 1983 PGA  and two Tournament Players Championships, shares the story that led up to his iconic, mid-flight exhortation at the 2000 TPC as he went head-to-head with Tiger Woods in the year that no one beat Tiger Woods. Remember, at this point in his year, Tiger had finished 1st or 2nd in 10 of his 11 events thus far. Hal Sutton hit the six-iron of his life, "FORE the Good of the game."

E020 - The Imperfect Dads' Club - Today we invite our first male guest onto the show! Dad with the A joins us to talk about single parenthood, bonding with his son, their platform on Tik Tok, and some of his proudest moments as a dad.https://instagram.com/dadaandboypodcasthttps://dadaandboy.carrd.co

In this episode, Hal and Chase sit down with 3 time PGA Tour Winner Phil Blackmar to talk about new school vs old school teaching, feel vs science, and how to concentrate and get into the right mindset to play your best golf. Part 1 of 2.

Good Mauling!!! That's it, only boys in the studio today. Darren and Sky rock the show alone today. Keri's having her tooth operation done and Darren shares all you need to know about 'dormicum'. This is the sedative that Keri will be given to numb her throughout her surgery. And there is only so many days until she can drink her alcohol. How long do you think? Well, find out in BOYS CLUB!!

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Have you ever sumo wrestled your friend for shotgun while riding to McDonald's with the gang? Steve did, and he files his report of this shrinking, little-known high school pastime. Also, Jason was, unsurprisingly, the waterboy for the football team, and witnessed first-hand just how that group solves conflicts within itself. Finally, the guys do a barrel roll while trying to talk about tragic headlines from the past. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/today-i-learned-nothing/support

Aidan Larkin is the former Asset Recovery Director at Wilsons Auctions. (In other words, he sells the stuff seized by the police from criminals).   This position has led to earning the title of the World’s First Bitcoin Auctioneer and making an appearance on several TV documentaries about the auctioneering profession. Aidan also an Ex Criminal Tax Inspector, budding social entrepreneur, husband and father to two boys.   In today’s episode, we talk about some of the weird and wonderful things Aidan has auctioned off, how a traditional family business can thrive in a disruptive economy and the path he’s walked to get to the success he’s experienced today.   All this and more, coming up on today’s show.   Photos, links and treasure trove for Aidan Larkin: https://bestofbelfast.org/stories/aidan-larkin-wilsons-auctions   Join The Producer’s Club Today at: https://bestofbelfast.org/producers-club

Meet Trillionaire Branden Thompson, Founder of Tradehose Investment Group, Brother of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Business Owner, Public Speaker, Mentor and now a six-figure earner leveraging the financial education that you can make money from your smartphone. He is officially the "Second" Millionaire Jasmine has had on the show including Roy G. Perry who is named after the College of Engineering from PVAMU.  Last October, Branden was on the show Episode 32, where he shared the information as a Boeing Engineer making only $2000 monthly from the company. As time, effort and pure dedication to the mission to free as many people willing to take a step out on faith with the opportunity. Branden has now left his job and is embracing his life as a full-time entrepreneur. He freed me with this information and now I plan to free everyone that is willing to take a step out on faith with the information. With him, it's never about the money it was always about the IMPACT! I can't wait to see what's next for him as he takes on becoming the next Les Brown & ET The Hip Hop Preacher just a few of the greats he will join in. If you are ready to join my Trading group text "GOLD" to 917-753-3322.   Follow Branden: Instagram: @trillionairethomp TikTok: trillionairethomp06 Email him: brandendt1989@gmail.com  ____________________________________________________ Follow Jasmine on Social Media: Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jastheprettyplug/ Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOlAwisSWac73blatvUIBog Jasmine's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS01npIU3CRAYAs-h_hML8Q?view_as=subscriber Faith Tech Grow Store: https://www.faithtechgrow.com/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbfpodcast/ Follow my Chicken Journey: https://www.instagram.com/purechickencomedy/ Join My Exclusive Gold Member's Club Today: https://www.jasminestith.com/shop/goldmembersclub Let's Amplify Your Business, Brand or Event Today! Link: https://www.jasminestith.com/podcasting-advertising Pray - Join My 31 Prayer Challenge on IG LIVE or My Facebook (Walk By  Faith Family)  - Book: 31 Prayers for Spiritual Wealth - A biblically-based prayer strategy for small business owners | Chanel E Martin - https://www.amazon.com/31-Prayers-Spiritual-Wealth-Biblically/dp/1978177100 Interested in Trading Forex - Let's Get On The Calendar: https://calendly.com/jasminestith/forex-introduction The website with all my links: https://msha.ke/jastheprettyplug/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-a-stith/support

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com.WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION?Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donateSMS/Text ► 937-240-5118Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan MinistriesJOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY! https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partnersLET'S CONNECT! Michael's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/michaelrowanStephanie's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.goodenMichael Rowan Ministries Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRowanMinistries

Meet Louise Benbow- Skipper. Prior to running her own Arbonne business as an independent consultant, she was a graduate. She has a degree in Marketing Management and was working for a big brand in Scotland on their marketing team. "The company was great and I was really grateful to be in such a good role particularly as so many of my university friends were struggling to get their feet in the doors of a company." - Louise. Louise has created passive income and a lifestyle for myself where she now has no differentiation between a Monday morning and a weekend. To her, It all feels like the weekend! She works for a company that allows her to work anywhere in the world! She is married to a handsome surgeon and Raising her toddler with one on the way! About Arbonne Born in Switzerland and raised in sunny California, Arbonne has transformed lives through premium products, unparalleled leadership and a family-like community. Through our passionate Independent Consultants, with our prestige brand and generous compensation plan, people all over the world are making a difference in their own lives and in the lives of others. Follow her everyone online: Louise's Business: https://www.arbonne.com/pws/louisebenbow/tabs/about-me.aspx Louise's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mymondaysfeelasgoodasmysundays/ Louise's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/louise.benbow Louise's Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-benbow-22508811/ ______________________________________________________ Follow Jasmine on Social Media: Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jastheprettyplug/ Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOlAwisSWac73blatvUIBog Jasmine's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS01npIU3CRAYAs-h_hML8Q?view_as=subscriber Faith Tech Grow Store: https://www.faithtechgrow.com/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbfpodcast/ Follow my Chicken Journey: https://www.instagram.com/purechickencomedy/ Join My Exclusive Gold Member's Club Today: https://www.jasminestith.com/shop/goldmembersclub Let's Amplify Your Business, Brand or Event Today! Link: https://www.jasminestith.com/podcasting-advertising Pray - Join My 31 Prayer Challenge on IG LIVE or My Facebook (Walk By Faith Family) - Book: 31 Prayers for Spiritual Wealth - A biblically-based prayer strategy for small business owners | Chanel E Martin - https://www.amazon.com/31-Prayers-Spiritual-Wealth-Biblically/dp/1978177100 Interested in Trading Forex - Let's Get On The Calendar: https://calendly.com/jasminestith/forex-introduction The website with all my links: https://msha.ke/jastheprettyplug/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-a-stith/support

During this week's episode, Jasmine tells her new strategy of success as she prepares for the full journey ahead of full-time entrepreneurship. We have coined this phrase as the "PPCC" Method to success. Pray is the position of power. Jasmine will be completing 31 Days of Prayer on IG Live, Facebook and/or catch upon on her Youtube Channel. You can now join Jasmine's Exclusive Gold Member's Club. Launching your Gold is simple when you have accountability and a strategic plan. PPCC Method! I can't wait to see you launch your Gold. Pray - Join My 31 Prayer Challenge on IG LIVE or My Facebook (Walk By Faith Family) - Book: 31 Prayers for Spiritual Wealth - A biblically-based prayer strategy for small business owners | Chanel E Martin - https://www.amazon.com/31-Prayers-Spiritual-Wealth-Biblically/dp/1978177100 Profit Generating Activity - Going to Work, Affiliate Links, Get paid to share information, Trading, Stash, Trading with an investment group (FOREX IM ACADEMY) - https://t.me/joinchat/M3-flhKNKddaSao1gRJHVQ, Being apart of a signals group, ACORNS, ROBIN HOOD- https://join.robinhood.com/jasmins1174 Content Generating Activity - Blog, Podcast (Audio), Video (Youtube), Courses (Teach someone a skill), Books Community Building Activity - Facebook Groups, Telegram groups, Instagram Groups, Schedule a MeetUp, Create a virtual conference, Create a huge conference The website with all my links: https://msha.ke/jastheprettyplug/ ______________________________________________________ Follow Jasmine on Social Media: Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jastheprettyplug/ Podcast YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOlAwisSWac73blatvUIBog Jasmine's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS01npIU3CRAYAs-h_hML8Q?view_as=subscriber Faith Tech Grow Store: https://www.faithtechgrow.com/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbfpodcast/ Follow my Chicken Journey: https://www.instagram.com/purechickencomedy/ Join My Exclusive Gold Member's Club Today: https://www.jasminestith.com/shop/goldmembersclub Let's Amplify Your Business, Brand or Event Today! Link: https://www.jasminestith.com/podcasting-advertising Want to Finance your business with Forex? Link for more information - Download the Telegram App: https://t.me/joinchat/M3-flgyFDU83XYCMML873g --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasmine-a-stith/support

WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION?Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donateSMS/Text ► 937-240-5118Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan MinistriesJOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY!https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partnersLET'S CONNECT!Michael's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/michaelrowanStephanie's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.goodenMichael Rowan Ministries Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRowanMinistries

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com.WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION?Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donateSMS/Text ► 937-240-5118Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan MinistriesJOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY!https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partners 

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com.WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION?Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donateSMS/Text ► 937-240-5118Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan MinistriesJOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY!https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partners

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com.WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION?Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donateSMS/Text ► 937-240-5118Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan MinistriesJOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY!https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partnersLET'S CONNECT!Michael's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/michaelrowanStephanie's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.goodenMichael Rowan Ministries Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRowanMinistries

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION? Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donate SMS/Text ► 937-240-5118 Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan Ministries JOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY! https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partners LET'S CONNECT! Michael's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/michaelrowan Stephanie's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.gooden Michael Rowan Ministries Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRowanMinistries

Heart to Heart is a series by Michael and Stephanie Rowan focused on having honest discussions on relationships and spirituality. For over two decades, Michael Rowan Ministries has traveled the world, sharing the uncompromising gospel of Jesus Christ. Whether it be in churches, conventions, leadership conferences, or crusades, Michael and Stephanie Rowan's mission is to penetrate hearts and inspire change. You can learn more about the ministry at https://www.michaelrowanministries.com. WOULD YOU LIKE TO LEAVE A DONATION? Online ► https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/donate SMS/Text ► 937-240-5118 Simple Give App ► Search for Michael Rowan Ministries JOIN THE 50 CLUB TODAY! https://www.michaelrowanministries.com/50-club-partners LET'S CONNECT! Michael's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/michaelrowan Stephanie's Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/stephanie.gooden Michael Rowan Ministries Facebook ► https://www.facebook.com/MichaelRowanMinistries

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro and Napolean Hill Chapter 2 Imagination: Ideas in Action A Future Hall of Famer Visualize the things you Want Follow these Rules Imagine Success Be Idea Centered Black Historical Figures: Walter Payton NBWS Book Club Join the Club Today @ https://theblackbillionairesclub.com/ Follow us on FB @ ERGJ Enterprises Sponsored by ERGJ Black Bazaar Afrocentric Marketplace Visit our store @ www.ergjblackbazaar.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbws/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbws/support

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro and Napolean Hill Chapter 3 Desire: The Starting Point of All achievement The Power of Desire and Motives Black Historical Figures: Willy Amos, Edward W. Brooke, George Hasley, Leontyne Price, Gwendolyn Brooks, Thurgood Marshall, Florence Griffith Joyner, H. Naylor Fitzhugh, Bill White, Marva Collins NBWS Book Club Join the Club Today @ https://theblackbillionairesclub.com/ Follow us on FB @ ERGJ Enterprises Sponsored by ERGJ Black Bazaar Afrocentric Marketplace Visit our store @ www.ergjblackbazaar.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbws/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbws/support

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro and Napolean Hill Chapter 2 Imagination: Ideas in Action It was through a Dream... Unlocking your Inborn Creativity Don't Limit your Imagination Black Historical Figures: George Smith, Samuel L. Gravely, Susan Taylor, Mae. C Jemison NBWS Book Club Join the Club Today @ https://theblackbillionairesclub.com/ Follow us on FB @ ERGJ Enterprises Sponsored by ERGJ Black Bazaar Afrocentric Marketplace Visit our store @ www.ergjblackbazaar.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbws/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbws/support

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice by Dennis Kimbro and Napolean Hill Chapter 2 Imagination: Ideas in Action From Slavery to Riches You will Never Know Unless... Black Historical Figures: Alonzo F. Herndon NBWS Book Club Join the Club Today @ https://theblackbillionairesclub.com/ Follow us on FB @ ERGJ Enterprises Sponsored by ERGJ Black Bazaar Afrocentric Marketplace Visit our store @ www.ergjblackbazaar.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbws/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbws/support

Think and Grow Rich: A Black Choice Chapter 1 Inner Space: The Final Frontier Change your Thoughts, Change your Life In Spite of Handicaps Wealth is Nothing but Thought Black Historical Figures: Mary Mcleod Bethune NBWS Book Club Join the Club Today @ https://theblackbillionairesclub.com/ Follow us on FB @ ERGJ Enterprises Sponsored by ERGJ Black Bazaar Afrocentric Marketplace https://www.ergjblackbazaar.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbws/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbws/support

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It's one of the most famous calls in golf history. Hal Sutton on the 18th hole at the 2000 Players' Championship, trying to hold off Tiger Woods. "Be The Right Club Today", Sutton said as he stuck his approach 8 feet from the pin. Sutton went on to win that tournament. He won 14 times on the PGA tour, including the PGA Championship in 1983. In this episode of "Exploring The MindSide", golf legend Hal Sutton sits down to talk with Dr. Bhrett McCabe about his career on tour. He also talks deeply about his relationship with his dad, and how his dad drove him to become the golfer and person that he is. Thank you to Hal for taking the time to join us. We hope you enjoy listening to this podcast as much as we enjoyed recording it. For more information on The MindSide: Sports and Performance Psychology please visit: www.themindside.com  

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In this weeks episode, we will be covering the Flemish Giant rabbit, the plant of the week which is Linseed, the word of the week; admission, and a few news articles. I have a new segment I am adding to the podcast.  Every week I would like to bring you an item on Amazon that I personally use or has been purchased by many members of the audience, and I have researched enough to recommend. Today’s HOTR Amazon Item of the week is the 20 Pack of Blue Barb Rabbit Nipples for Automated watering .   I believe with some things to always buy the best you can afford. This weeks product is a nipple waterer for rabbits.  These are one of the best rabbit nipples available for 5/16″ inch tubing.  These are easy to take apart either to clean or replace parts. They are easy for rabbits to use and works great with gravity fed or low psi automated watering systems.  They can also be used with Ferrets, Chinchilla’s and other small Mammals.  I have found that the blue ones seem to hold up better then the red nipples.  I have also found that the “T”‘s that are with the nipples break very easily, so I would not recommend expecting the “T”‘s to last very long.  In fact, I have found that the “T”‘s last about thee weeks before I have a failurethat I have to change them out.  The nipples I have found seem to last pretty well.  I have had to swap them out about every few months, and this is because they sometimes break in half, and I think this is more from getting knocked by something outside of the cage.  They attach to the cage by sticking one end of the spring in one of the small holes on the metal base of the drinker, hook that to the cage, and stick the drinker inbetween one of the bars of the cage, with the hook on the nipple piece to the cage.     If you would like to support the podcast, you can support through Patreon for one dollar a month.  Patreon is an established online platform that allows fans to provide regular financial support to creators.  Patreon was created by a musician who needed a easy way for fans to support his band. you can also support the podcast, and help keep the lights on, whenever you use Amazon through the link at Hare of the Rabbit on the support the podcast page. It will not cost you anything extra, and I can not see who purchased what.   Now we are going to explore the Flemish Giant Rabbit.  We briefly discussed this breed last week when we were covering the Belgian Hare, and that led to this episode. History Opinions differ as to the real origin of the Flemish Giant.  It is undisputed that Flanders – the origin of it’s present name – was the country of it’s adoption and dissemination throughout Europe and eventual appearance in America.  As early as the 1500’s, rabbits "four times bigger than ‘normal’ rabbits" were already living in the area of Verona, Belgium.  Exactly when the actual oversize rabbit giant genes first surfaced will probably remain forever unknown. It could have been a random mutation. It was bred as early as the 16th century near the city of Ghent, Belgium. It is believed to have descended from a number of meat and fur breeds, possibly including the Steenkonijn (Stone Rabbit—referring to the old Belgian weight size of one stone or about 3.76 kg (8 lb 5 oz)) and the European "Patagonian" breed (now extinct). The name Patagonia is a reference, which could be a reference to Argentina, or to a Spanish term meaning "big foot."  On the other hand, the belief that giant creatures lived in Patagonia was common at the time, making the name a logical one for a very large rabbit breed. In the late 19th and early 20th century, big bunnies were all the rage.  From Flanders, Belgium comes the biggest bunny of all, the Flemish Giant.  Europe, however, can give no definite information as to how or when it first appeared there.  It is known to have been bred there on a large scale during a period of several hundred years, and for a long time was called the Patagonian rabbit. Now I read many different thoughts about the "Patagonian" Rabbit, and I will cover them as we go. This "Patagonian" rabbit, a large breed that was once bred in Belgium and France, was not related to the Patagonian rabbit of Argentina (Sylvilagus brasiliensis), a separate wild species weighing less than two pounds (about 1 kg), nor the Patagonian hare (Dolichotis patagonum), a species in the cavy family of rodents that cannot interbreed with rabbits. An analysis of historical events during the 16th and 17th centuries gives strong support to the belief that the original Patagonian was the wild rabbit of Patagonia in the Argentine Republic.  During the 16th and 17th centuries the Dutch were sailing the seas back and forth, trading with the West Indies, Central and South America.  It is not likely that they would bring back with them merely the name Patagonia and tack it on to the rabbit of Flanders and the Netherlands.    It is, however, very likely that they would take back to Europe the rabbit itself, and name it after the country from which it came.  However, it was just about the time the Dutch were carrying on their trade with South America that these rabbits first became known.  Previously there was no record of them.  Even today the loose limbed, wild sandy rabbit of Patagonia has the same typical appearance of the Patagonian rabbit of Flanders as it existed there several hundred years ago. It seems likely then that one of three things happened.  Either this rabbit was taken from Europe to Patagonia, or from Patagonia to Europe, or was a breed givin an exotic name with no origin's in Patagonia; but since we find no record in Europe before the Dutch started trading with America, then it seems fairly obvious that this rabbit may have originate in Patagonia. Whereas, however, in Patagonia the rabbit has remained wild and not been subjected to selective breeding, leaving it as it was hundreds of years ago. In Europe and America, selective breeding has been carried out extensively, and this has produced the far superior rabbit known today as the Flemish Giant. The earliest authentic record of the Flemish Giant Rabbit occurred about the year 1860.  At that time, in England, stories were being circulated by travelers having recently returned from Flanders, of the enormous size of the rabbits raised in that country and in parts of France.  Weights of certain specimen were stated to be 18  to 20 pounds.   Rabbit meat at the time was being imported into England to the extent of millions of pounds yearly and local breeders were unable to fill the demand.  English breeders of meat stock produced their product from stock weighing an average of 7 to 8 pounds at maturity, so it was but a short time later that the first importation of Flemish breeding rabbits took place.  In The British Islands Rabbit breeding as a fancy and as a means of reducing family expenses was looked upon more as a necessity rather then a hobby with this and competition being what it is, it was but a short time before the Flemish Giant made its appearance at some of the many rabbit shows held periodically in England.  The first standards for the breed were written in 1893. The first Flemish exhibited, although impressive in size, was not handsome.  The color being of a dirty iron grey with sandy or white bars on legs, long ears bent over at the tips, and a general uncouth appearance.  Nevertheless, it was but a brief period before the first Flemish Breeders’ Association was organized for the express purpose of improving the new breed.  Various experiments and crosses with other varieties worked a wonderful change in the former homely specimen and it eventually became the rule that no show was complete without a large display of Flemish Giants.  The weight and color improved from time to time.   American fanciers imported Flemish Giants from England about the same time of the Belgian Hare boom in the early 1880’s.   Fast-forward to the mid-1800’s.  Multiple Belgian clubs were already regularly holding weight competitions featuring their giant rabbits. The winning Flemish Giants weighed up to 19 pounds in the latter half of the 1800’s. No special notice was attracted to the breed until the year 1910 when at that time rabbits were exhibited at the leading poultry shows throughout the country.  The Flemish Giant was soon established as a favorite owing to their enormous size and beautiful colors.   Flemish Giants arrived in the USA at the very end of the 1890’s. They arrived here only partially pedigreed, yet the demand for these giant rabbits was as monstrous as the rabbits themselves. It was not long before American breeders organized their own clubs and standards of perfection for the Flemish Giant. The breed was well established by the turn of the 20th century, desired for its meat-producing qualities.  The first Flemish Giant club in the United States was established in 1915.  The Federation was founded in 1915 by a group of four Flemish Giant rabbit breeders and recently, they celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Flemish Giant National Show.   In 1924, the Flemish Giant Rabbit became a charter breed of the newly formed American Rabbit and Cavy Breeders Association, the forerunner of today’s ARBA. Before and during the last World War, it was very common in Europe to see these large easy-care rabbits being raised by children, who fed them on garden produce, to provide cheap and healthy meals in hard times. The British Flemish Giant is only bred in the UK, and is not as large as the typically massive Flemish Giants found in every other country. The breed is rare today. British Giant Rabbits The British Giant Rabbit is similar to a true Flemish Giant as recognized throughout the world.  It is a massive rabbit with a minimum weight of 13.5 pounds (6.14 kg), and no maximum weight. Now we are going to look at how the breed spread around rest ot the world!  By the end of the 19th Century, Flemish Giants were recognized in Belgium in two colors, gray agouti (white bellied) and iron gray (dark bellied), and various breeders began importing them to their various countries. Flemish Giant Rabbits are the mammoth rabbits of the rabbit world, and the basis of all giant rabbit breeds such as British Giants, Continental Giants, and Gigantes de Espana (Spanish Giants). New Zealand: The breed was imported into New Zealand from North America in the 1980s, its principal attraction being its large size – it is one of the largest breeds of domestic rabbit.  It soon attained a degree of popularity in NZ, which it still has today.  In 1986 a 10-month old Giant weighting over eight kilograms was imported from Germany and was used to help increase the size of those in New Zealand. Since then no other Flemish Giants have been brought into New Zealand.  Some time after the Flemish Giants were imported into this NZ, they were bred to New Zealand Whites by a small number of commercial breeders to try and produce a larger carcass with a fast growth rate.  The results were not up to their expectations as the cross resulted in an increase of bone to meat ratio – a Flemish Giant will produce bone first before filling out into the large solid rabbit they are.  They are often referred to as slow growers.  The Giants were also crossed with smaller breeds to introduce different colours and this has resulted in a reduction in their overall size, with a number of smaller sized rabbits being sold as Flemish Giants in New Zealand.  Any adult below five kilograms can’t be a giant amongst rabbits and live up to its name!  In 2011 it was estimated that there were about 70 Flemish Giant rabbits in New Zealand. Germany: The Germans changed the name of their Flemish Giants to German Giants in 1937.  They are genetically 100% Flemish Giants, however selectively bred to conform to the particular specifications of the German standards of perfection for the breed. England: Flemish Giants arrived in England in the early 1900’s. There was apparently a difference of opinion as to which breeding goals to pursue and which colors would be permissible. Perhaps this is why one can find a British Flemish Giant which is only bred in the UK and in only one variety, and the larger British Giant Rabbit which resembles the true Flemish Giant, and which is found in various colors. Japan: Japanese Jumbo Whites resulted from crosses between Flemish Giants and New Zealand Whites.  They enjoyed their heyday before 1950, but now their numbers are so few that the Japanese Agriculture Association protects the breed. Spain: The generally accepted breed history is that the Spanish Giant is the result of crosses between Flemish Giants and two Spanish rabbit breeds, the Lebrel Espanol and the Belier, a lop.  Subsequent breedings selected for erect ear carriage and size.  By 1900, the breed known as the Gigante de Espana (Spanish Giant) was recognized in Valencia, Spain. Flemish Giant Rabbits in the USA American Flemish Giant Rabbits are massive, but don’t quite achieve the truly gigantic proportions seen in a few strains of Continental Giants. This does not mean that Flemish Giants do not have the same size potential of the Continental Giant. They do, but the US Standards of Perfection don't incentivize massive size. Additionally, Flemish Giants in the USA do not carry themselves as flat as do the Flemish in other nations.  American breeders focus on their ideas of overall "balance," while still specifying no maximum weight.  In the US, a slightly smaller, but balanced rabbit will win over an enormous Flemish Giant that does not appear sufficiently balanced. This is the part of the USA standard that places less emphasis on a gigantic rabbit, resulting in giant rabbits that aren’t quite as ‘giant’ as their cousins in the UK or Europe. Overall Description Appearance The typical reaction of most people who see their first Flemish in person is that of awe! Those first comments are almost always some version of “WOW! That is one BIG rabbit”; many will also add “that is bigger than my dog!” Both statements are not an exaggerated truth, though are they favorites that the owners of these amazing giants just love to hear. The body of a Flemish Giant Rabbit is powerful, with relatively broad hindquarters without being fat.  It should carry a heavy bone. Flemish Giants are easily recognizable & quite distinguishable from other breeds of rabbits.  Most commonly, Flemish are world-renown for their long, erect ears and their substantially large size. In addition to this, they have big blocky looking heads with bright bold eyes that are fully complimented by long, noticeable eyelashes. When they are sitting in a resting position on a flat surface, starting from the base of their shoulders, they have a gradual rise that transitions across their wide midsection to their massive, broad hindquarters which continues in a smooth descent, over the hips, to a rear end that sits flatly on the table-top. As one of the largest breeds of domestic rabbit, the Flemish Giant is a semi-arch type rabbit with its back arch starting in back of the shoulders and carrying through to the base of the tail giving a "mandolin" shape.  The body of a Flemish Giant Rabbit is long and powerful, with relatively broad hindquarters.   Flemish Giant Rabbits weigh 15 pounds on average, though the biggest ones can weigh up to 22 lb, and the longest one on record (in fact, holding the record for the longest rabbit in the world of any kind), measured about 32 inches long. ARBA - The show standard minimum weight for a senior doe is 14 lb (about 6.4 kg), and the show standard minimum weight of a Senior buck is 13 lb (about 5.9 kg). The English Lop has a minimum ear span length, but the Flemish is the only breed where the standard specifies a minimum rabbit length.  This happens to be the same number as for the English Lop ear span: 21 inches.   Weight is at least 13 pounds on senior bucks and 14 pounds on senior does.  No maximum weight is specified, but some Flemish have pushed even to 20 pounds.  However, when judging the Flemish it is important to remember that big is good, but balanced is better.  Bone should be heavy, These are gentle giants. BRC - Bucks shall not be less than 4.974kg (11lb) and doe’s not less than 5.44kg (12lb). Size shall be considered irrespective of weight. FUR The fur of the Flemish Giant is known to be dense. When stroked to the head, the fur will roll back to its original position. The fur of the Flemish Giant is known to be glossy and dense. When stroked from the hindquarters to the head, the fur will roll back to its original position.  Coat & Condition should be a full short coat, firm in flesh and moderately thick. Color: The American Rabbit Breed Association (ARBA) standard recognized seven different colors for this breed: black, blue, fawn, sandy, light gray, steel gray, and white.  All are solid colors, as “broken patterns” are not recognized by the ARBA.  However, the color standards are different as defined by the BRC, mentioning only Dark Steel Gray. (BRC) Colour - Dark steel grey, with even or wavy ticking over the whole of the body, head, ears, chest and feet alike, except belly and under tail which shall be white, upon the surface of the fur. Any grey, steel, sandy or other shade on the belly or under tail, except a streak of grey in each groin, shall disqualify. AMPLIFICAITON OF COLOUR: The under should be blue at the base for a little more than a third of the length, then black, merging into a creamy, or bluish white ticking which may be again tipped with black.  In even ticked specimens, the mixture should show half grey and half black tipped hairs over half of the body, neck, face and ears, but may be interspersed with longer yet – black hairs, both even and wavy ticking being permissible. The whole should be uniform in colour.  The under parts to be white with blue under-colour. Tail should be ticked rather darker on top, white on the underside. Legs Their front legs will be very large, within proportion to their bodies, which will also be quite visible. However, their hind legs, while they are equally massive & very powerful, will not usually be as visible because they will be tucked up under their sides. BRC - Shall be in length proportionate to body, strong in bone, large and straight. Feet shall be velvety, dark and ticked. Ticking to show when coat rubbed back. Ears and Eyes The ears are around 8" (20cm) long, standing erect, there may be light rings around the eyes.   The ears large, and the standard actually calls for a reposeful expression in the eye.  Eyes shall be bold and dark brown in colour. Bucks and Does: Bucks have a broad, massive head in comparison to does, and can take 1.5 years to reach full maturity. Does may have a large, full, evenly carried dewlap (the fold of skin under their chins), and can take 1 year to reach their full maturity.  Does can take 1 year to reach their full maturity. Breeding season is in February. Flemish Giants do not handle heat well and therefore, pregnant rabbits do not do well during hot Summers. Babies are ready for new homes at 8 weeks or older. BRC and ARBA Although there are several differences of desired traits in this giant rabbit breed, the two most commonly used descriptions are that of the ARBA & the British Rabbit Counsel (BRC) Breed Standard’s of Perfection. Both standards state slight differences, from the American minimal weight standards for fully matured bucks at 13 pounds & 14 pound does, to the British standard of 11 pound bucks & 12 pound does. Other differences include body style, with the ARBA calling for a semi-arched mandolin shape & the BRC desiring longer, flat bodies. Otherwise, both state that heavy bone structure, mass, & thick, long ears, with bold eyes & dense, short fur that has a roll-back effect when brushing your hand across their backs in a back-to-front motion. BRC points:  1) Colour 30 points 2) Size & Weight 20 points 3) Body 15 points 4) Legs and Feet 15 points 5) Head & Ears 10 points 6) Coat & Condition 10 points Total 100 points INTERMEDIATE FLEMISH 1. To be judged to the Giant Standard 2. Age to be over 6 months old. 3. Weight - Buck to be less than 4.989kg (11lb). Doe to be under 5.443kg(12lb). Important Tips to Look for When Buying Show Stock: Big Flemish are desirable, but balance is even more important. Balance means well proportioned.  The head, ears, and legs should balance with the body. Long bodied rabbits should have longer heads, ears, and legs than a medium length rabbit.  Flemish giants should wide enough to not be too narrow.   Things to Avoid: Rabbits that are not balanced.  Pinched hindquarters, fat rabbits, narrow body.  Short body under 20 inches on seniors or lack of body arch is a disqualification.  Thin ears or weak ear base. Ears that turn over at the tip or are less than 5 1/2 inches are a disqualification.  Medium bone is a fault. Fine bone, short legs, cow hocks, flat feet, weak ankles (bending at the ankle affecting straightness of forelegs), and mismatched toenails are disqualifications. Thin, very short or very long fur or a soft coat. Care You should keep in mind that caring for a Flemish Giant differs from caring for smaller well-known rabbit breeds, this is of course mainly due to their larger size. Before getting started you will have to consider which of the different housing options would be the best solution. Due to its large size, the Flemish Giant needs substantial living quarters that provide ample opportunity for physical movement. The House Rabbit Society recommends keeping rabbits inside the home in a very large pen or room(s) in the home.  Larger dog crates are often more appropriate than traditional rabbit and small-pet cages, which tend to be smaller and shorter.  In the United States Department of Agriculture's standards for animal housing, rabbits over 12 pounds must have at least five square feet of floor space.  The size of appropriate living quarters increases with size of the rabbit.  You may wish to consider a custom made hutch, with a large door for the rabbit's access, or perhaps a dog crate would be better than a hutch.  They require a lot of space. Outdoor cages should be 5 feet by 3 feet ( 1.5 meters by 1 meter).  Cages must be in the shade so the rabbits do not overheat. Cages should be protected from wind using painter drop cloth. Cages should have plywood roofs to protect rabbits from rain and snow. The US dept of Agriculture standards for rabbits over 12 lbs (5.45 Kilos), advise at least 5 sq ft (.50 Sq Meters) of floor space for rabbits of such sizes and elsewhere you will find suggestions of minimum hutch sizes for large rabbits to be 14"High x 36" Depth x 48" Width (36x91x122 cm). This size allows the rabbit very little room and whatever you decide upon, just bear in mind the fully grown size can be from 14 to 20lbs (6.36 to 9.09 Kilos). Cages with incorrectly sized wire gauge bottoms (as opposed to small gauge wire or solid bottoms) can harm the feet of a Flemish Giant more so than smaller house rabbits due to their increased weight.  A resting board may be required to prevent sore hocks for a larger breed rabbit.  The Flemish Giant will require larger quantities of food compared to smaller breeds of domestic rabbits. Like some other short hair breeds of rabbits, the Flemish Giant will usually require mild attention to grooming due to its shorter hair. Shedding during the spring and fall transition periods tend to be the most dramatic, with smaller sheds often occurring in between. Care for the Flemish Giant is the same as with all rabbits but a rabbit of such size needs a lot of attention and handling from the beginning or a young age. Diet Flemish Giants can be fed like other rabbits, with the amount of food increased to match their larger size.  ARBA recommendations include hay and occasional treats. A high protein diet of 16% or more is needed for them to gain bone mass while growing and later when muscle mass develops.  Apples, cabbage or broccoli in small amounts can be given as treats and slowly increased.  A quarter apple per rabbit every other day for 3 weeks can be increased to a half apple after that.  Since Flemish Giants do not reach full size until they are 1.5 years old, they need to be fed a lot until then.  When females have babies and during winter, they need to be fed as much as they can eat, and given plenty of water. In supplementing a commercial diet, care must be taken to avoid excess protein, calories, and minerals such as salt and calcium, which in excess can cause kidney stones.  Overfeeding leading to obesity is a major health concern for both commercial and pet rabbits. The House Rabbit Society recommends 2 cups of chopped leafy vegetables per 6 pounds (3 kg) of body weight and no more than 2 tablespoons of fruit or carrots per 6 pounds of body weight daily. CARE OF THESE GENTLE GIANTS Because of their large size they are usually not bothered by cats, hawks or other small mammal prey.  Flemish Giants do not handle heat well.  They would need shade and a way to cool down. In hot cliamates, some people keep rabbits in a climate controlled environment with air conditioning in the Summer.  Flemish Giants are large rabbits that eat a lot. It is extremely important to have a good quality pellet food and plenty of hay daily.  IF you add a vegetable one day, and the bunny gets diarrhea, STOP IT IMMEDIATELY.  It is critical when a bunny gets diarrhea because they will dehydrate quickly.  Make sure they have plenty of clean water available at all times. Health The American Rabbit Breeders' Association (ARBA) recommends delaying breeding of female rabbits until they reach the senior weight range.  For Flemish Giants, this is 14 pounds, and a typical rabbit will reach this weight when they are about 9 months to one year.  A Flemish Giants can take up to 1.5 years to reach their maximum weight and a breeder should wait until the rabbit is slightly over a year old before breeding.  Females and males can become sexually mature at 4 months and 8 days.  Once the rabbits are 3 months old they should be keep in separate cages or put females with females and males with males.  If fighting occurs then they must be separated.  The breeding lifespan of a rabbit is variable.  Some breeders prefer not to have any more litters after the age of three years while others continue to produce quality litters for five to eight years.  The gestation period is between 28–31 days.  On average they give birth at 30–32 days. The Flemish Giant rabbit can produce large litters, usually between 5 and 12 in a litter. A nesting box filled with hay is given to the female as she prepares for birth.  After birth, clean out the hay, replace with some new hay, and check to see if babies are all alive.  Check box every day in case babies die and take them out. If the rabbit is not used to handling, then you will have big problems later on when, for example, you need to pick them up or examine them.  Rabbits of sizes similar to the Flemish Giant can be heavy to lift when fully grown. Because of their size, children are unlikely to hurt them by picking up or dropping them. They also get on well with other pets and can live easily with smaller rabbits, but you need to be careful with any introduction to smaller rabbits. Although they can cope with cold temperatures, they do not fare so well with the heat.  They must have exercise and it needs to be remembered that they will be more expensive to keep. They will eat a lot more than the smaller breeds, requiring more hay; they excrete more and need larger living accommodation. Larger rabbits can become high maintenance as they get older, though no more than a dog would. Uses Flemish are thought to have originally been used for fur & meat production.  However, it has since been realized that due to their large bone density, the meat to bone ratio is not the most ideal prospect available for such a purpose as meat production.  Instead, they are now primarily kept as pets and showmanship animals, as well as for 4H projects in the United States.  These gentle-giants are well-known for their easy-going, calm, docile nature.  Because of this, they make great pets for children and adults alike. Flemish Giants make excellent pets as they are calm, but heavy for most children to handle.  They eat at least .5 kg. or more food a day of dried rabbit pellets.  They expel a lot of waste.  Flemish Giants are not typically regarded as "meat" rabbits because much of the commercial rabbit market focuses on young rabbits, usually around 70 days of age.  At this time, Flemish Giants are developing bone mass rather than muscle.  However, when raised to roasting (under 6 months) and stewing (over 6 months) age, the size of the Flemish makes them desirable.  They are also often bred with other meat rabbit breeds, such as the New Zealand, to increase both meat-to-bone ratio and litter size. Due to the large amount of high protein food they consume and the cost of this food, the selling of the Flemish Giants for meat is not profitable; as buyers want to give just a few dollars per rabbit. Apart from being kept as a pet, the Flemish Giant is used for meat, fur, show, pet assisted therapy and education. 4-H and Show Flemish Giants, due to their uncomplicated grooming requirements and docile personalities, are used by 4-H programs throughout the United States as a starter rabbit for teaching children responsibility and care of farm animals and pets.  Another very popular youth program outside of 4-H that promotes responsible show breeding is the National Federation of Flemish Giant Breeders Youth Program.  Flemish Giants are the second oldest domesticated rabbit breed in the United States, following behind the now rare Belgian Hare, which we covered in last weeks episode. The Flemish these days is primarily a fancy breed, raised for show and pets.   People who first see them sometimes think these biggest ones must be meat rabbits, but Flemish consumes too much feed for the meat yield to be a very efficient commercial breed.  They have always had a strong following. Today the Flemish rabbit leads in number exhibited at all the principle shows and are sold at the highest prices recorded since the days of the ill-fated Belgian boom. Temperment/behavior Flemish Giants can be docile and tolerant of handling; frequent interaction with humans is a requirement for this to occur.  Flemish Giants, like all rabbits, can become fearful, and sometimes aggressive, if handled incorrectly or irresponsibly.  Their larger frame requires special attention paid to the spine alignment when handling a Flemish Giant, or any rabbit for that matter. Consequently, potential owners should consider these factors in addition to their size, level of food consumption, and substantial waste production before buying. It should be stressed though that proper handling of such large bunnies is very important- for your benefit as well as theirs. They do have very powerful hind legs, & when they feel threatened or scared, or are hurt, they can quickly inflict serious injury. Otherwise, due to the size of these bunnies, respectfully compared to that of a medium-sized dog, they require more money & time spent in caring for them than that of a smaller breed of rabbit. However, owning such a wonderful rabbit is well worth the investments to have one, or more.  Among other things, when considering becoming a Flemish Giant owner, it’s always best to learn all that you can before you buy. Each & every one of these gentle Giants has his or her own personality.  They are very inquisitive, and they are quite intelligent.  They will often stand up on their hind legs and stretch their bodies out so that they can see what is around them.  This is a common greeting as well, especially when they are buttering up their owner for a good ear-scratching or head-rub.  It also goes without saying that the more attention they get, the more they will want.  They will play with toys too, rolling them around by using their front paws or some nose-nudging, picking them up with their teeth, and most of the time will follow through by tossing it in true bunny-fashion.  If your big buddy is quite fond of you, or just in a playful mood, he may even bring his toy to you in the manner a dog would, when playing fetch.  However, they will also let you know when they are aggravated or upset, be it with you or for any number of other reasons.  This may be done by completely ignoring your greetings, turning their back to you and refusing to acknowledge that you even exist at that very minute, or if they are really ticked off, you can expect some loud thumping from those heavy hind feet and possibly adding in some grunting noises while they are demonstrating their unhappiness.  Although some Flemish are more vocal than others, they all do possess the ability and will, at some point, of making known their wide array of sounds. There are a few things that Flemish Giants do not tolerate very well.  First on their list is being picked up.  They become very nervous when they are picked up.  Therefore the importance of doing so correctly can not be stressed enough.  Picking them up is best done by lifting with both hands under midsection.  When that is not a possibility, pick them up swiftly, by the scruff (between the shoulder blades), and rapidly tuck them into position; be that onto a sturdy surface, or holding them in the manner of carrying a small human child, with their butt cradled in your arm and their front feet resting on your chest, or in a foot-ball type hold, where their head is tucked into the bend of your elbow, your arm snuggly holding their body against your stomach region while using your other hand to securely support around the rest of their massive body.  Once they know that they are secure and safe, they will relax and you can carry them around. Next, they do not like any loud noises, of any kind.  To them, this only means ones thing, danger is near! They will run, stomp, jump, scratch, and even bite without warning if they are really afraid.  Keep in mind that if these things happen to you, especially if you just brought your furry friend into your home, he is afraid and trying to protect him-self. Don’t take it as a personal attack against you in particular.  Brighter, happier days are just around the corner.  Be patient and be sure to give your Flemish the best possible care that you can. Flemish Giants are placid and laid-back, docile and tolerant by nature.  Because of this they do well with considerable handling, and are ideal for showing and as pets. Am intersting fact I uncovered about the breed is that the:  THE NEW YORK DAILY NEWS ONCE "INTERVIEWED" A FLEMISH GIANT. In 2010, the paper ran an "interview" with Herbie, Prospect Park Zoo’s 18-pound rabbit, to promote the zoo’s Live Encounters Program.  It was actually an interview with Denise McClean, the zoo’s director.  McClean revealed that Herbie was domestic and "probably would not be able to survive out in the wild on my own." In response to the question "Do you ever misbehave?" she said, "Flemish Giant rabbits have litters that run from five to 12 bunnies. If you left me with a female, you could end up with a whole lot of rabbits." Uses Rabbits tend to be bred for one of four things: meat, fur, show, or pet use.  Even though this is a large breed of rabbit, they are gentle and easily handled.  This makes them good for pets or show rabbits. Club Today, it is one of the more popular breeds at rabbit shows because of its unusually large size and its varying colors.  It is promoted by the National Federation of Flemish Giant Rabbit Breeders, which was formed in 1915.  The Flemish Giant has many nicknames, first and foremost the "Gentle Giant" for its uniquely docile personality and also the "universal rabbit" for its varied purposes as pet, show, breeding, meat and fur animal. The American Rabbit Breeders Association (ARBA) maintains the breed standard for all of the recognized rabbit and cavy breeds for it's international membership.  Recognized breeds are eligible for Registration and Grand Champion recognition. The AMERICAN RABBIT BREEDERS ASSOCIATION, INC. is an organization dedicated to the promotion, development, and improvement of the domestic rabbit and cavy.  With over 30,000 members throughout the United States, Canada, and abroad, its members range from the pet owner with one rabbit or cavy to the breeder or commercial rabbit raiser with several hundred animals.  Each aspect of the rabbit and cavy industry, whether it be for fancy, as a pet, or for commercial value, is encouraged by the organization. The British Rabbit Council (BRC) is a British showing organization for rabbit breeders. Originally founded as The Beveren Club in 1918, its name first changed to British Fur Rabbit Society and finally to The British Rabbit Society. Today, the BRC among other things investigates rabbit diseases, maintains a catalog of rabbit breeds, and sets rules for about 1,000 rabbit shows annually in the UK. Owners of house rabbits are also encouraged to join the organization to learn how to care optimally for their pets. Both the ARBA and the BRC recognize the Flemish Giant Rabbit with slightly differing standards as discussed earlier. Have I Missed Anything? If you know something about the Flemish Giant breed standard, history or status of this rabbit, please let me know.   Do you have a story about this particular Breed?  What do you love about them?  Do you have any tips or tricks up your sleeve for what might make this breed happiest? Perhaps you're a breeder of this type of rabbit. Let me know, and maybe we can set up an interview? http://www.nffgrb.net/Articles/Origins.htm http://rabbitbreeders.us/flemish-giant-rabbits http://mentalfloss.com/article/62965/7-big-facts-about-flemish-giant-rabbit http://www.rabbitmatters.com/flemish-giant.html http://flemish-giant.com/ http://www.thenaturetrail.com/rabbit-breeds/flemish-giant-rabbit-breed-information/ http://www.raising-rabbits.com/flemish-giant-rabbits.html www.thebrc.org www.arba.net https://www.rarebreeds.co.nz/flemishgiants.html http://www.petrabbitinfo.com/flemishgiantrabbits.html www.nffgrb.com. https://gentlegiantrabbitry.com/about-us/ NEWS: United Airlines in fresh PR nightmare after rabbit set to be world’s biggest dies on UK flight http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/26/united-airlines-fresh-pr-nightmare-rabbit-set-worlds-biggest/ United Airlines is battling another PR nightmare after a rabbit destined to be the world’s biggest died on a flight from Britain to the US. The airline, which recently triggered a worldwide backlash after a passenger was forcibly removed from one of its flights, could now face legal action after the death of a valuable rabbit in the cargo section of a Boeing 767 from Heathrow to Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport. Simon, son of Darius the worlds largest rabbit who died during transit to the USA Measuring three-feet, Simon was expected to outgrow his father Darius, whose length of 4ft 4in made him the world's biggest bunny. The 10-month-old continental giant rabbit was reportedly being sent to his new celebrity owner, whose identity hasn’t been revealed.  “Simon had a vet’s check-up three hours before the flight and was fit as a fiddle,” breeder Annette Edwards, of Stoulton, Worcs, told The Sun. “Something very strange has happened and I want to know what. I’ve sent rabbits all around the world and nothing like this has happened before.” The animal was found dead when it arrived at O’Hare, the airport where passenger Dr David Dao was dragged off a United flight earlier this month. "We were saddened to hear this news,” a United Airlines spokeswoman said, according to the Mirror. "The safety and wellbeing of all the animals that travel with us is of the utmost importance to United Airlines and our PetSafe team. "We have been in contact with our customer and have offered assistance. We are reviewing this matter." Ms Edwards, a former glamour model whose rabbits are said to be hired out at £500 a time, and the new owner in the US are considering legal action, the Sun reported. Darius, the Guinness World Record holder for world’s biggest rabbit, weighs three-and-a-half stone and costs his owner about £2,400 per year in food alone. United Airlines is already facing a row over a passenger being taken off a plane at Chicago's O'Hare Airport His mother Alice held the record before him and Simon was expected to continue the family tradition. The most recent figures from the US Department of Transportation - dating from 2015 but released this February - show 35 animal deaths occurred during transit across 17 carriers in the States. United accounted for 14 animal deaths in that period with a further nine reported injured among the nearly 100,000 animals carried by the company. United Airlines is still trying to tackle the public relations disaster caused by Dr Dao’s removal from a Chicago to Louisville flight on April 9. Video recorded by other passengers showed the 69-year-old doctor being dragged down the aisle with blood on his face after refusing to give up his seat. The carrier has since apologised several times. Second wild rabbit tests positive for tularemia in Pueblo West http://www.koaa.com/story/35243351/second-wild-rabbit-tests-positive-for-tularemia-in-pueblo-west PUEBLO WEST - A second wild rabbit found in Pueblo West has tested positive for tularemia, according to health officials. This animal was found near Scarsboro Drive. The first animal was found before Friday, April 21 in the Kirkwood Drive area. Health officials do not believe either rabbit came into contact with people. Both animals were reportedly covered with ticks. Tularemia, also called rabbit fever, is known to be transmitted by ticks and deer fly bites. Rabbit fever, or tularemia, can spread to human and cause life-threatening fever.  Typical signs of infection in humans include fever, chills, headache, muscle aches, chest pain, and coughing. Tularemia can be effectively treated with antibiotics, therefore should you have any of these early signs, see a doctor.   Dogs and cats can also contract tularemia by eating infected animals or through tick and deer fly bites. Signs to watch in your pet include fever, nasal and eye discharge, and skin sores. If you notice any of those signs it is recommended that you take your pet to a veterinarian promptly. Health officials recommend the following precautions to avoid the bacteria: · Avoid handling wild animals. · Leash your pets when outdoors and keep them away from dead animals. · When outdoors near places where wild rabbits or rodents are present, wear insect repellent containing DEET. · If a dead animal must be moved, avoid direct contact with it. Put on a repellent to protect yourself from its fleas or ticks, and use a shovel to scoop it up. Place it in a plastic bag and dispose in an outdoor trash receptacle. Wash your  hands with soap and water afterward. · Wear proper footwear outdoors where dead animals have been found. · Routinely use a tick and flea prevention treatment on pets. · Avoid mowing over dead animals. If you hunt, trap or skin animals, take additional steps: · Use impervious gloves when skinning or handling animals, especially rabbits. · Cook the meat of wild rabbits thoroughly to a temperature of 165°For higher. Rabbit club seeks participants http://www.prairieadvocate.com/2017/04/23/rabbit-club-seeks-participants/akghmaa/ by Prairie Advocate staff MOUNT CARROLL – The 4-H Rabbit SPIN Club is looking for members. Participants don’t have to be 4-H members, but must be from 8 to 18 years old by Sept. 1, 2016. Meetings are from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. May 8 and 21, June 6 and 26, and July 10, 24, and 31, at 610 E. Washington St. Participants will show their rabbits May 21 in Belvidere, and do not have to own a rabbit. Information will include field trips to professional rabbit shows and rabbit breeders, learning how to handle, feed, groom, and perform veterinary checks on a rabbit, and more. Current 4-H members can take part at no cost, while there is a $20 fee for non-4-Hers. Scholarships are available for new club members if needed. Email Leanne Rahn at lrahn@illinois.edu or call the Carroll County Extension Office at 815-244-9444 to register. Boy, 15, charged over hare coursing http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-scotland-edinburgh-east-fife-39671721 A 15-year-old boy has been charged in connection with a hare coursing incident in Midlothian. The teenager was also charged in connection with a dishonesty offence that allegedly occurred at the same time on 31 March. He was further charged in connection with a separate hare coursing incident in the Pathhead area on 23 March. The boy is the second to be charged with the Dalkeith incident which took place on farmland. A report has been submitted to the Children's Reporter. Sgt Michele Lindsay, of Police Scotland, said: "We recognise the impact that hare coursing has on rural communities and remain committed to investigating all reports of this. "We are working with farmers to tackle this issue and patrols are being carried out as part of the rural crime initiative. "Anyone with information about hare coursing or rural crime is urged to speak to a local officer. More than 100 rabbits saved by Brother Wolf http://www.blueridgenow.com/news/20170420/more-than-100-rabbits-saved-by-brother-wolf LEICESTER — A nonprofit animal welfare organization in western North Carolina says it has rescued more than 120 rabbits from a home after getting a tip from the neighbor of a property owner. The Asheville Citizen-Times reports that Brother Wolf Animal Rescue initially took 60 animals from the property, and is in the process of spaying and neutering 60 more. Brother Wolf founder Denise Bitz said more than 30 rabbits were pregnant, resulting in 65 baby bunnies born while in the group’s care. Bitz said many of the rabbits came to Brother Wolf with medical concerns because of overcrowding and poor nutrition. She said several rabbits died. Bitz said the property owner realized she was in over her head, but didn’t have the funds to have the animals spayed and neutered Video of rabbit being hit against pole prompts Maypearl ISD to change curriculum https://www.dallasnews.com/news/education/2017/04/18/video-rabbit-hit-pole-prompts-maypearl-isd-change-curriculum Written by Claire Z. Cardona, Breaking News Producer The Maypearl Independent School District is changing the curriculum for one of its classes after a video surfaced that shows a junior high student killing a rabbit for a class assignment, KXAS-TV (NBC5) reported. The outdoor education elective at Maypearl Junior High School is focused on survival and life skills. Part of the class involves the "dispatching and harvesting of animals, cleaning of animals and the proper cooking techniques of the animals, and those kinds of things," Maypearl ISD Superintendent Richie Bowling told NBC5. In a video of the incident provided to the Waxahachie Daily Light, a seventh-grade student is instructed by her teacher to kill the rabbit. The student is seen swinging the rabbit into a metal pole. A few parents raised concerns about the animal being killed, and whether it was killed humanely. The school has since changed the curriculum so no more animals will be killed in the class, the station reported. "Our parents were given information prior to even signing up for the class and asking to be a part of it," Bowling told the station. "And my understanding of that is it lists every bit of that out, as far as dispatching animals, harvesting animals, and all the processes that go along with that." The student who filmed the video was given a three-day in-school suspension because of the school's cellphone policy, the Daily Light reported. In its guidelines for the implementation of agriculture education, the Texas Education Code expects students to discuss "livestock harvesting operations" as well as "describe wildlife harvest techniques and procedures." It does not mention an in-class demonstration, the Houston Chronicle reported.

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